Essential oils have started to be used more and more recently. Some people use them for household reasons like cleaning or in a diffuser to release the oils into the air. Others use essential oils for beauty purposes, and some even use them for medicinal purposes and home remedies. Some of the most popular essential oils include lavender, tea tree, eucalyptus, bergamot, and frankincense.
Lavender oil is great to use in a diffuser if you have trouble sleeping. The soothing smell can help you fall asleep faster, and keep you asleep longer. It can also reduce stress and anxiety. Lavender oil is also known to help ease sore muscles and help you relax if put into a warm bath.
Tea tree oil is a great DIY home cleaner. This oil is known for being anti-fungal and anti-microbial, making it also great to fight foot fungus, acne, and works as a natural toothpaste when diluted with water. You can also use tea tree oil in a diffuser to freshen up your home and keep the air clean during flu season or when someone has a cold.
The strong scent of eucalyptus oil is great for easing chest congestion and other breathing problems when used in a diffuser. Other uses for eucalyptus oil include natural bug repellent and insect killer, DIY home cleaner, and outdoor weed killer as well.
Bergamot oil is great if you're trying to live a chemical-free, natural lifestyle. With so many ingredients in soaps and beauty products these days, store-bought items may irritate those with sensitive skin or allergies. Bergamot is a great option for a DIY perfume, face cleanser when diluted, and in the diffuser to help improve your mood.
Possibly the most impressive essential oil out there is frankincense oil. Frankincense is known for having amazing medicinal properties including aiding in cellular function, helping with dental hygiene, clearing up congestion in the chest and other respiratory issues, working as a natural disinfectant, reducing inflammation, and even fighting cancer. According to an article by Dr. Joseph Mercola, "Several studies have demonstrated that alpha-pinene, a bioactive ingredient in frankincense oil, induces cell death in cancer cells, including malignant melanoma cells, breast cancer, and pancreatic cancer cells." Frankincense oil is also known for its anti-aging properties with the ability to reduce wrinkles and revive skin.
Essential oils do not work the same for everyone. Always make sure to consult your doctor before using new products or oils in your home or on your body, as they may cause irritation or other issues. If your goal is to look and feel young again, contact us schedule a consultation at LongevityMed to see how we can help you start your journey to better health.
